Financial literacy in my business
Dos o tres horas
Intermedio
Descripción del curso
This course, ‘Financial literacy in my business’, helps entrepreneurs build strong financial foundations by introducing the essential tools and concepts needed to run a financially healthy business. You will learn how to keep accurate records, analyse your financial position, forecast future needs and understand the taxes and risks involved in operating within the EU. Through practical examples, you will see how real bookkeeping, cash-flow statements and financial reports are created and used to support confident decision-making. You will also explore funding opportunities, learn how to meet legal obligations and discover digital tools to improve efficiency and reduce financial risk.
Público objetivo
- New and aspiring entrepreneurs starting a business in the EU
- Small business owners seeking stronger financial management skills
- Freelancers and sole traders who need to understand cash flow, tax and compliance
- Anyone who wants to make informed financial decisions and improve business sustainability
Objetivos de aprendizaje
- Maintain accurate financial records and understand bookkeeping fundamentals, including income, expenditure, receipts and reconciliation
- Interpret key financial documents such as cash-flow statements, income statements and balance sheets, and use them to assess business performance
- Analyse the financial needs of your business using trends, profitability, revenue mixes and forecasts to support decision-making and growth planning
- Identify suitable funding options, including loans, grants, crowdfunding and support networks, and understand what funders require
- Understand tax obligations for EU-based businesses, including income tax, corporation tax, VAT, payroll obligations and reporting requirements
Ofrecido por
Este contenido es ofrecido por la Comisión Europea. La Comisión Europea es el brazo ejecutivo políticamente independiente de la Unión Europea. Es el único responsable de elaborar propuestas de nueva legislación europea y ejecuta las decisiones del Parlamento Europeo y del Consejo de la Unión Europea
Agenda
- General
- What is bookkeeping?
- How to understand the financial health of my business
- How do I assess the financial needs of my business?
- What sources of funding and business support are there?
- What do I need to know about tax?
- Understanding financial risks
